Children Quote by Terry Law
““Take away fatherhood, and you kill womanhood, childhood, brotherhood—the entire neighborhood. Shoot the head, and you’ve killed the whole body.2””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Unknown public address, 2020
Removing one social bond erodes the whole community’s fabric.
In simple terms: Taking away one relationship harms the whole group.
Key Takeaway
Preserve all community ties.
Themes
community
interdependence
social health
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- neighborhood watch
- family gatherings
- school programs
- policy making
Key Concepts
social cohesion
family structures
collective identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What bonds are most vulnerable in your community?
- How can you strengthen multiple ties simultaneously?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on one bond may ignore other vital connections.
